Russ Sullivan
Born: 2/19/1923 in Fredericksburg, VA, USA
Died: 11/2/2013 in Fredericksburg, VA, USA
MLB Debut: 1951-09-08 | Final Game: 1953-05-16
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 196 lbs
Full name: Russell Guy Sullivan
Biography
Russ Sullivan was a professional baseball player born in 1923, who made his mark in Major League Baseball during the early 1950s. His career spanned from 1951 to 1953, during a transformative period for the sport that saw the rise of new talent and an evolving playing style. As a position player, Sullivan appeared in 45 games, where he demonstrated his skills at the plate with a .267 batting average, accumulating 40 hits, including 5 home runs and 12 RBIs. He also showcased his speed on the bases with 1 stolen base.
Sullivan's contributions to his teams reflected the competitive nature of the era, as players sought to excel in a league that was becoming increasingly popular among fans. Though his career was relatively brief, his performance during his tenure highlighted his abilities and potential as a player. He left a legacy characterized by his solid batting and tenacity on the field, contributing to the rich history of Major League Baseball in a time of significant change and growth.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 45 | 150 | 16 | 40 | 8 | 2 | 5 | 12 | 1 | 18 | 11 | 0.267 | 0.357 | 0.447 | 0.803 | 377.8 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | DET | AL | 7 | 26 | 2 | 5 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 1 | 0.192 | 0.0 |
| 1952 | DET | AL | 15 | 52 | 7 | 17 | 2 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 1 | 3 | 5 | 0.327 | 281.3 |
| 1953 | DET | AL | 23 | 72 | 7 | 18 | 5 | 1 | 1 | 6 | 0 | 13 | 5 | 0.250 | 96.5 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 41 | 0 | 73 | 7 | 7 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1951 | DET | OF | 7 | 0 | 14 | 1 | 1 | 0 |
| 1952 | DET | OF | 14 | 0 | 17 | 2 | 4 | 0 |
| 1953 | DET | OF | 20 | 0 | 42 | 4 | 2 | 1 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 32 |
| Right Field | 10 |